The Contemporary Perspective on Workforce Diversity States That

question 32

Multiple Choice

The contemporary perspective on workforce diversity states that:

• A) ​equitable treatment of employees is simpler and cost less in the short run.
• B) diversity seldom becomes a source of conflict in organizations.
• C) it is difficult to achieve high levels of productivity in organizations that have a diverse workforce.
• D) it is appropriate toacknowledge differences among people as long as peopleare treated fairly.
• E) equal treatment makes an organization too informal to be a desirable place to work.

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Definitions:

Inverted-U Theory

A hypothesis that suggests a relationship between a particular factor and an outcome starts positively at lower levels, peaks, and then turns negative as the factor increases further.

Technologically Progressive

Characterized by advances in technology which contribute to improved efficiency and productivity.

R&D Spending

Financial investments allocated towards research and development activities with the aim of advancing innovation, creating new products, or improving existing ones.

Imitation

The act of mimicking or replicating someone else's actions, strategies, products, or behaviors.